What You Need to Know About Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicles, sometimes called EVs, is still a relatively novel concept in the Caribbean. However, year over year, there has been a steady rise in ownership. Electric vehicles initially were very expensive but due to technological advancements for the last few years, the costs have been gradually dropping. There has also been a general push […]
The Caribbean and Climate Change
Climate Change has dominated the news recently with activists like Greta Thunberg and others making impassioned pleas to world leaders to make substantive changes to how we fulfill our energy needs. The general consensus is that we need to move to alternative, sustainable energy sources like solar, or wind. Climate Change or more precisely anthropogenic […]
How To Get The Most From Security Rollshutters
In today’s world, it is becoming more and more important to protect and secure your property. Burglaries and break-ins are rising in frequency and homeowners are always on the lookout for a security system that works. Security roll shutters are becoming increasingly popular as an effective means of securing windows and doors, providing an added […]
100 Years Later: 1919 Vs 2019 Hurricane Season
With the 2019 Hurricane Season firmly in the rearview mirror, we are tempted to look back at previous years and compare data, but normally we only tend to compare a span of a few years, hoping to see trends that may help us to better predict the coming Hurricane Seasons. But what significant changes might […]
How Rollshutters Can Secure Your Home
Looking for and buying the right home is, more often than not, a challenge on its own. From house inspections to installing security systems and security shutters in your home, you will need to put a lot of time and effort into your home to ensure that it is just the way you want it […]
Alternative Energy and Me
Due to the rising concerns of global warming, people have become a lot smarter in their approach to efficient energy for housing, i.e. alternative energy. Clean energy in countries like the United States and Canada is a lot more common than most people think. Due to the rising prices for electricity in both countries, as […]
How Awnings can Expand your Living Space
How Awnings Can Expand Your Living Space: There is no denying that doors and windows not only take the spotlight but are also often given more importance when it comes to renovating your house. Other things like awnings are rarely given any limelight. However, awnings can play a crucial role if chosen carefully. Awnings can […]
How Climate Change is Making for More Intense Hurricane Seasons
What is Climate Change? The state of the atmosphere including its humidity, temperature, rainfall, and wind is called weather. Climate change refers to changes in weather and other related changes in oceans and lands. The main culprit behind climate change is global warming, which results in several negative consequences on biological, physical, and human systems. […]
Are We in the Caribbean Hurricane Ready
The Caribbean islands are incredibly beautiful vacation destinations. Luxurious resorts and wonderful local vibes make it a great place for residents and tourists alike. However, recent hurricanes with record-breaking wind speeds have caused significant damage to the Gulf Coast and the Caribbean, highlighting the urgent need to be hurricane-ready. Last year, hurricanes Maria and Irma […]
How Hurricanes Impact Children and What You Can Do
The impending arrival of a major storm or a hurricane can be a very stressful time for anyone, and children are not immune to this. In fact, it can probably be argued that children are perhaps the most susceptible to psychological trauma associated with natural disasters. Trauma occurs when there is sufficiently a scary or […]
